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FJ55 BKO

2005 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

16,077 mi
Last recorded16,077 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ55 BKO
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2026 16,077 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective clouding (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2025 16,021 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 14,986 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 13,543 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 12,559 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 12,423 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 12,150 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 11,733 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 9,972 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 9,444 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 9,116 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 8,668 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 8,311 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 8,003 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 7,609 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 7,263 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 6,832 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 6,212 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 6,198 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 4,971 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Sportage?

Based on 2,634,551 MOT tests across 296,598 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
7,022
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
296,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16,003
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,822
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14,522
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,705
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FJ55 BKO is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2005 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 76,382 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Sportage fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 16,003 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ55 BKO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Sportage typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Kia Sportage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ55 BKO registered?

FJ55 BKO is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 26 September 2005.

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